Events in Hendricks County, IN

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At Porter Farm, this educational session covers invasive species in Indiana, the best timeframes for removal and treatment, and a demonstration on how to use a handheld tree and shrub removal tool.

Explore beginner-friendly watercolor techniques while creating a set of handmade 3x3 turkey-themed cards. Experiment with warm autumn colors, blending, and playful details in a relaxed, welcoming class. All supplies are provided, and no prior painting experience is needed. The finished cards are suitable for Thanksgiving place settings, thoughtful notes, or adding to gifts.

Put your knowledge to the test with general trivia covering topics from pop culture and history to science and fun facts. Compete with friends or on your own, with prizes for the top teams. Food and drinks are available.

Help protect Pock Woods by removing invasive plants, including Asian honeysuckle, Japanese honeysuckle, autumn olive, and more. Volunteers can learn about invasive plants, gain hands-on conservation experience, and help restore and preserve local habitats.

A low-cost veterinary clinic serving the Brownsburg community.

Get ready to have your soul rocked once again.

Help protect Pock Woods by removing invasive plants, including Asian honeysuckle, Japanese honeysuckle, autumn olive, and more. Volunteers can learn about invasive plants, gain hands-on conservation experience, and help restore and preserve local habitats.

Parents, students, staff, and community members are invited to attend a public meeting of the Danville Community School Corporation Board of School Trustees. The meeting takes place in the training room at Danville Community Middle School. Signs will help visitors find the room. An agenda and additional information are available through the school corporation.

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Experience a guided, moderate hike along the trails of McCloud Nature Park. It is suitable for all ages and experience levels. Please bring water and dress for the weather. The program lasts about one hour. Admission is free, and no advance registration is required.

Take part in a hands-on effort to remove invasive plant species along the B&O Trail and help protect the park’s natural beauty. This activity is part of a national initiative to preserve public spaces, and your help supports native plants, wildlife, and ecosystems.

Help care for the woods at the Avon Outdoor Learning Center, a special place where Avon schools learn about nature, wildlife, and pioneer living with support from volunteers and the lead educator.

Enjoy a day of shopping, BBQ from Scout Troop, and holiday spirit. Admission is $5.

Create handmade Christmas cards featuring the charming House Mouse characters in festive scenes filled with whimsical details. This class offers a chance to enjoy some creative time with paper and make cheerful cards to share with others.

Bring the family together to play, explore, and move. The gathering includes games, free time, and more. Register the family member in charge, and the other family members will be added.

Explore a range of Scout activities and learning opportunities, including Scouts BSA merit badges, Cub Scout adventures, adult position-specific training, and more. A full list of offerings is available through registration.

Community Friendsgiving brings people together for a Thanksgiving meal. Families and groups of friends are welcome to gather and share the occasion.

Enjoy a free concert featuring Josh Kaufman, winner of season six of NBC’s The Voice. A free-will offering will support a local mission. The venue is handicap accessible.

Bring jewelry, watches, diamonds, precious metals, military memorabilia, vintage advertising and toys, photographs, autographs, fine art, designer handbags, pens, and other valuables for a free evaluation and a no-obligation offer from National Rarities. Its estate specialists include GIA Graduate Gemologists, a certified watchmaker, and experts in a variety of collecting areas. Items may be considered in any condition, including broken or damaged jewelry and watches.

Create a keepsake clay handprint ornament with your child. Choose a design, and a uPaint custom artist will paint the ornament. It will be ready for pickup about two weeks later, in time for the holidays. Each handprint costs $19, and the ornaments can make memorable gifts.

Become a wildlife detective by learning to identify animal tracks and uncover clues about animal behavior. Discover which animals may have traveled along the trail, then enjoy a craft that lets you make your own tracks at home. For ages 7–17. A fee applies, and advance registration is required.

The Plainfield Chamber’s annual dinner celebrates the accomplishments of the local business community and recognizes outstanding members. The evening features a cocktail hour with close-up magic from professional magician and keynote speaker Caleb Wiles, followed by dinner and an awards presentation. Wiles will then deliver an interactive keynote blending humor, audience participation, and magic, with a message about connection, collaboration, and growing stronger together.

Nail trims are available for $10 per pet. Payment is cash only.

Take part in a hands-on effort to remove invasive plants at Williams Park and help protect its natural beauty. As part of a national initiative to preserve public spaces, this activity supports the health of native plants, wildlife, and ecosystems.

Meet with estate buying specialists for an evaluation of valuables, with honest and fair assessments. Items considered include gold, coins and currency, fine jewelry, fine art, sterling silver, fine watches, and other rarities. If you choose to sell, payment is offered immediately.

Enjoy a meal at Buffalo Wild Wings in Brownsburg while supporting Brownsburg Band & Orchestra Parents. The restaurant will donate 25% of qualifying orders to help support Band, Guard, and Orchestra students. Show the flyer or mention Brownsburg Band & Orchestra Parents when ordering. Dine-in and call-ahead takeout orders count, including alcohol purchases, while online and DoorDash orders are excluded.

Dine at the Plainfield Red Robin and mention PCMS Choirs to help direct 20% of the proceeds to the students.

A low-cost veterinary clinic is available in Avon.

Enjoy a relaxed, come-and-go crafting experience and create a handmade Christmas ornament at your own pace. Choose from an assortment of holiday materials, textures, and embellishments to make something classic, whimsical, or rustic. All supplies are provided, and your finished ornament can be hung on your tree or shared as a gift. There is no formal instruction, so you can simply experiment and enjoy making.

Explore a wide range of coins, currency, and other numismatic treasures presented by nationally known and local dealers from across the country. The show offers collectors and dealers an opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts, discover new contacts, and expand their collections across more than 17,000 square feet of show floor.

Help care for the woods at the Avon Outdoor Learning Center, a special place where Avon schools learn about nature, wildlife, and pioneer living with support from volunteers and the lead educator.

Enjoy a beginner-friendly painting workshop featuring a fluffy, wide-eyed raccoon wearing a winter hat. All supplies are provided, and participants will create a painting suitable for seasonal décor or as a gift for an animal lover.

Enjoy a cozy, hands-on needle-felting class with all materials provided. Follow guided steps while adding your own creative touches to an oval piece, measuring 7 by 9 inches, that will be ready to display. Tea and snacks will be provided.

The Barnlight Book Club offers readers a cozy farmhouse setting for sharing conversation and exploring books that inspire, comfort, challenge, and connect. Gatherings welcome readers whether they have finished the book or simply want to enjoy the discussion. Participants are welcome to bring a simple snack or treat to share, or make a small donation. The group chooses future reads together, so attendees can bring along a few book suggestions to consider. The small-group gatherings require registration, and readers should reserve a place for each meeting they plan to attend.

Park naturalists lead a monthly program at Clayton Liberty Township Public Library featuring a story about a native animal followed by a related craft or activity. It welcomes all ages, is free, requires no advance registration, and lasts about one hour.

Tailgate Tommy performs live at The Kickstand Bar & Grill for a Thanksgiving Eve party.

Log steps and enjoy a combo workout at the gym before family time. The class combines PULSE and P3, and weights are provided. Participants who have their own weights may bring them. A ticket is required.

Enjoy an evening of singing and laughter at karaoke night. Whether you are an experienced performer or enjoy singing along, everyone is welcome to take the stage. Choose from a wide selection of songs and share the fun with a supportive crowd.

A special book signing at an independent bookstore brings a little Christmas chaos to the occasion.

Enjoy a relaxed, come-and-go holiday crafting experience and create a handmade Christmas ornament at your own pace. Choose from an assortment of festive materials, textures, and embellishments to make a classic, whimsical, or rustic design. All supplies are provided, and you’ll leave with an ornament to hang on your tree or give as a heartfelt gift. There is no formal instruction or pressure, just time to create and enjoy the season. Please sign up for a time slot.

Enjoy the holiday weekend with Steve Trent & Small Town. The bar is for guests over 21, and families are welcome in the front room.

Keep your pet’s nails trimmed with a nail trim service in Brownsburg. The cost is $10 per pet, payable in cash only.

Learn crochet basics in a welcoming class designed for beginners or anyone looking for a fresh start. Get comfortable holding a hook and yarn, practice the chain and single crochet stitches, and begin your first project with step-by-step guidance. Please bring one skein of light-colored cotton yarn, such as white or pastel, and a 5.0 mm, size H crochet hook.

Celebrate the holiday season with a cookie walk, a hot cocoa booth featuring Santa cookies, craft booths, and entertainment. Browse unique gifts from a variety of vendors, with free gift wrapping available. Lunch will offer several choices, including chicken and noodles.

See the animal ambassadors enjoy a feeding and hear about what they eat and how they eat it. This all-ages program is free, lasts about an hour, and does not require advance registration. Hosted at McCloud Nature Park.

Rock out with Pillow Fight at Whiskey Bent Bar and Grill.

Tailgate Tommy brings a night of live country music to The Kickstand Bar & Grill.

Browse the 56th annual Gingerbread Christmas show, presented by Plainfield Tri Kappa. Admission supports scholarships and charitable organizations in the community. Cash admission is available at the door, and online tickets are also offered for a fee and are non-refundable. For safety, wagons and carts are not permitted, and strollers are strongly discouraged.

At McCloud Nature Park, participants craft a holiday wreath starting with a wild grapevine base and fresh evergreens, then personalize it with ribbon and ornaments provided at the workshop or with decorations brought from home. The experience welcomes all ages, lasts about 90 minutes, and costs $35 per wreath. Advance registration is required. This session is currently full.

Help protect Pock Woods by removing invasive plants, including Asian honeysuckle, Japanese honeysuckle, autumn olive, and more. Volunteers can learn about invasive plants, gain hands-on conservation experience, and help restore and preserve local habitats.

Create a festive porch planter in a cozy workshop using fresh evergreens, berries, pinecones, and seasonal accents. Learn how to arrange and style the materials for a full, lush look, while enjoying twinkle lights, holiday music, and a farmhouse Christmas atmosphere. All supplies are provided, and no experience is needed. You'll make a handmade seasonal statement piece for your porch.

A low-cost veterinary clinic is available in Avon.

The Women in Business Alliance offers women an opportunity to connect, share experiences, and build a supportive network. Entrepreneurs at any stage are welcome to take part in a community focused on helping one another grow.

The Indiana State Fraternal Order of Eagles’ Christmas frolics carry on a long-standing tradition, with bingo, raffles, pull tabs, games, and Christmas cheer. The gathering also includes a Zone 3 meeting and lunch, with activities described as fun for the whole family.

Help protect Pock Woods by removing invasive plants, including Asian honeysuckle, Japanese honeysuckle, autumn olive, and more. Volunteers can learn about invasive plants, gain hands-on conservation experience, and help restore and preserve local habitats.

Enjoy a beginner-friendly painting workshop featuring a fluffy Highland cow dressed for the holidays. All supplies are provided, and participants will create a festive painting that can be given as a gift, used as seasonal decor, or enjoyed at home.

Celebrate the Christmas season with Elder Kings performing classic rock at Plainfield Eagles Aerie #3207. The evening includes food and drink specials, and there is no cover charge. The event is open to the public.

Parents, students, staff, and community members are invited to attend a public meeting of the Danville Community School Corporation Board of School Trustees. The meeting takes place in the training room at Danville Community Middle School. Signs will help visitors find the room. An agenda and additional information are available through the school corporation.

Nail trims are available for $10 per pet. Payment is cash only.

Take part in a hands-on effort to remove invasive plants at Williams Park and help protect its natural beauty. As part of a national initiative to preserve public spaces, this activity supports the health of native plants, wildlife, and ecosystems.

The Uka-Aliens will perform a mix of pop, rock, country, and Island music for an “extraterrestrial” musical experience.

Wear your best ugly Christmas sweater and enjoy holiday cheer alongside special holiday tunes.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with The Dirty Croc performing live at The Kickstand Bar & Grill.

Details are still to come, but this event offers a chance to ring in the new year with EaTS at Avon Legion.